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Grade 2: Fictional Character Inspires Young Writers

One of the highlights of Grade 2 is Gooney Bird Greene Day, a day for students and their teachers to dress up in unique, mismatched outfits. It’s not just a fashion statement; the class models their attire after Gooney Bird Greene, the feisty central character in a series of books by Lois Lowry.
One of the highlights of Grade 2 is Gooney Bird Greene Day, a day for students and their teachers to dress up in unique, mismatched outfits. It’s not just a fashion statement; the class models their attire after Gooney Bird Greene, the feisty central character in a series of books by Lois Lowry. Gooney Bird, a second grader known for her eccentric manner of dress, loves telling “absolutely true” but fantastic stories that keep her classmates guessing. The books inspire Graland students to write their own stories using clever new vocabulary. To celebrate their fictional hero, tutus, tie dye and pajamas with cowboy boots were the uniform of the day! Click for more photos.
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Graland Country Day School

Graland Country Day School is a private school in Denver, Colorado, serving students in preschool, kindergarten, elementary, and middle school. Founded in Denver in 1927, Graland incorporates a rich, experiential learning approach in a traditional classroom setting, emphasizing the development of globally and socially conscious leaders who excel academically.